1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 789 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Calais | Spirit |
Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 244 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |